AAApropulsion is expanding its proven A-Pod PG line with a new application currently under development. Building on its patented compact design, this next step is aimed at achieving an initial ICE 1A class notation
Flexible installation for modern vessel design
These new generation of pods is designed for multiple installation methods. Depending on the vessel layout, the ice‑class pods can be installed either top‑mounted or bottom‑mounted. A top‑mounted configuration enables installation and removal without dry‑docking — a strong market demand and a major step toward more service‑friendly propulsion solutions.
Preliminary performance figures
For the A‑Pod 880 PG ICE, the current engineering phase assumes a preliminary maximum power of approximately 1,650 kW with a 2.7 m open propeller under ICE 1A notation. For lower ice classes — such as 1B, 1C, and 1D — higher power ratings are feasible; exact values will be shared at a later stage.
Designed for a wide range of ice‑class vessels
The development targets a broad spectrum of vessel types, including Ro‑Ro vessels, ferries, offshore support vessels, cable layers, and tankers. Both open and ducted configurations remain part of the modular A‑Pod concept. The initial design is based, among other references, on a ferry concept of approximately 100 meters in length with capacity for 110+ vehicles.
